The Hindi film industry is still coming to terms with the loss of Dharmendra, who passed away on November 24 at the age of 89. While tributes continue to pour in, audiences will soon get one last opportunity to watch the legendary actor on the big screen in Sriram Raghavan’s upcoming film Ikkis.
Adding to the emotion surrounding the film’s release, Sunny Deol recently shared a touching behind-the-scenes video of his father from the sets of Ikkis. Posting the clip on social media, Sunny described Dharmendra as a man of warmth and generosity, calling Ikkis a parting gift to his admirers. He urged fans to celebrate the veteran actor’s legacy by watching the film in theatres this New Year.
In the video, Dharmendra is seen expressing gratitude towards Maddock Films and director Sriram Raghavan, praising the team for their work. He also shares a hopeful message, saying the film should be watched by audiences in both India and Pakistan. The clip further captures a quiet and emotional farewell from the sets, where Dharmendra cuts a cake on his final day of shooting, surrounded by co-star Jaideep Ahlawat and the director.
Admitting that the day made him emotional, Dharmendra bids goodbye with humility, apologising for any unintentional mistakes and expressing love for everyone present. The moment has gained added poignancy following his passing.Reacting to the video, Bobby Deol shared red heart emojis, while fans filled the comments section with messages of love, grief, and gratitude for a career that spanned decades.
